1957 BMW 600 vs. 1955 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1957 BMW 600 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 583 cc (2 cylinders), 1957 BMW 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 BMW 600 (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 BMW 600 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 50 kg more than 1957 BMW 600.
Because 1957 BMW 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 BMW 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1957 BMW 600 (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 BMW 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 600 | 1955 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 600 | 2CV |
Year Released | 1957 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 12 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 25 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2410 mm |